Walking the walk, just not talking the talk: Developing teacher voice and classroom persona

Photo by Thirdman on Pexels.com Damien is a strong beginning teacher.  He is diligent and organised and has developed effective approaches to planning.  He can effectively ‘run a room’ and his classroom environment is calm.  Transitions between tasks are smooth, he forms positive relationships with pupils, and behaviour management is usually effective.  He fits well … Continue reading Walking the walk, just not talking the talk: Developing teacher voice and classroom persona

Unintentional Teachers: Looking beyond vocation to attract people into the teaching profession

Photo by Pixabay on Pexels.com I didn’t intend to become a teacher.  I knew I wanted a career which was, to my youthful judgement, ‘socially responsible’.  I knew I liked people, although I wasn’t 100% sure about young children.  For personal reasons I needed to stay living in my university town.  I also knew I … Continue reading Unintentional Teachers: Looking beyond vocation to attract people into the teaching profession